Can I wash my iPhone 11?

Well, there is no waterproof iPhone, so cleaning with water is definitely not advisable. See the link below for Apple's instructions. It would be better to wipe it gently with a disinfectant wipe.
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Is it okay to wash my iPhone 11?

Apple, specifically, told iPhone owners to simply use a cloth dampened with water to clean their phones. The iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro Max, meanwhile, could be cleaned using a cloth and warm, soapy water, according to Apple.
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Can I wash my iPhone 11 under the sink?

If you have an iPhone 7 or later, you're likely okay as well. Every iPhone released since the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus are rated as IP67, which means they are resistant to splashes and can be submerged in three feet of fresh water for up to 30 minutes.
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Can I wash my iPhone with soap and water?

Contrary to what we just said, the iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 (and newer) are actually safe to use with warm, soapy water. But only because they're the most waterproof iPhones yet. For pretty much any older iPhone, Apple recommends using a “soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth” on your iPhone.
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Are alcohol wipes OK for cell phones?

Don't use 100% alcohol cleaning products; they can damage a phone's protective coatings. Don't apply liquid or cleaner directly to your phone. Don't submerge the phone.
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Can I clean my phone with hand sanitizer?

Do not use rubbing alcohol, paper towels, compressed air, dish soap or vinegar. All of these can damage your phone: Paper towels can scratch your screen, and vinegar could damage its coating. Do not use hand sanitizer on your phone screen, but do sanitize your hands before touching your phone.
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Can I wash iPhone 11 Pro with soap?

For the iPhone 11 lineup, Apple says it's okay to use some warm water and soap, but for the iPhone XS and older, it only recommends using a soft slightly dampened cloth.
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Can you wash iPhone 13 with water?

This means that the devices can withstand water up to a depth of six meters (19.7 feet) for up to 30 minutes. The IP68 water resistance rating means that the ‌iPhone 12‌ and ‌iPhone 13‌ can hold up against splashes, rain, and accidental water exposure, but intentional water exposure should still be avoided if possible.
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Is iPhone 11 waterproof in shower?

Can I take my iPhone 11 in the shower? iPhone 11 is splash, water, and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes).
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What happens if I drop my iPhone 11 in water?

If you accidentally drop your iPhone 11 in some water, chances are it will be just fine once you dry it off. The iPhone 11 is rated IP68, so it's water resistant up to 6.5 feet (2 meters) for 30 minutes. The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max can go deeper: up to 13 feet (4 meters) for 30 minutes.
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Can I rinse my iPhone under the tap?

Over time, chlorine could damage the phone, and means if you go swimming with a waterproof phone, you should wash that phone under the tap to clear it of any of those residual substances possibly being left behind.
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How do you dry out an iPhone 11?

To dry iPhone, tap it gently against your hand with the Lightning connector facing down to remove excess liquid. Leave the device in a dry area with sufficient airflow. Placing the device in front of a fan blowing cool air directly into the Lightning connector may help the drying process.
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Are new iPhones waterproof?

Several of the newer iPhone generations share or come close to iPhone 13's water protection. Models with the same IP68 resistance to splashing, dust, and immersion in up to 6 meters of water for a maximum of 30 minutes include: iPhone 12. iPhone 12 mini.
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Are all iPhones waterproof?

Water-resistant iPhone devices

The Apple iPhone isn't waterproof, but the following iPhone models are water resistant: iPhone 7 (Plus), iPhone 8 (Plus) and iPhone X. Thanks to the IP67 certification, your iPhone is protected for up to half an hour underwater at 1 meter depth.
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Can you wash new iPhone?

Use a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth. Avoid getting moisture in openings. Don't use window cleaners, household cleaners, compressed air, aerosol sprays, solvents, ammonia, abrasives, or cleaners containing hydrogen peroxide to clean your iPhone. The front and back glass surfaces have an oleophobic coating.
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How often should you clean your iPhone?

How often should you clean your cell phone? “I advise giving it a good cleaning it twice a month, but with the rise of the coronavirus, I advise that you do this once a day” says Anh Trinh, Managing Editor of GeekWithLaptop. “It might sound tedious, but it will only take a minute or two to do, just like handwashing.”
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How often should you sanitize your phone?

According to Emily Toth Martin, an assistant epidemiology professor at the University of Michigan, it's a good idea to disinfect your phone daily, if not more, particularly if you use your phone during meals—but Toth cleans her phone twice a day, once in the morning and again at night.
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What should you clean your phone screen with?

How to clean your phone screen:
  1. First, take off your case. ...
  2. Use disinfectant wipes with 70% alcohol.
  3. Nguyen said not to submerge the phone or get any cleaning fluids in any of the ports.
  4. Use only a soft, lint-free cloth, like microfiber, to wipe away smudges. ...
  5. Let everything air dry before you pop your case back on.
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What is the best way to sanitize your cell phone?

Here's how to disinfect your phone:
  1. Turn off, unplug your phone.
  2. Use a lint-free cloth or cotton ball. ...
  3. Apply 70 percent rubbing alcohol to the cloth or cotton ball, not to the screen. ...
  4. Never use bleach.
  5. Only use soap and water, on a damp cloth, with waterproof smartphones.
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What should I clean my iPhone screen with?

To clean your iPhone's screen, never use any type of cleaning solvent such as Windex or other chemical agents. Use water and a lint free, scratch resistant cloth (microfiber preferred) to clean your iPhone screen by dampening the cloth slightly and clean the screen using soft, even strokes.
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Will iPhone survive washing machine?

Your iPhone can actually survive a spin through the washing machine so long as you act quickly to save it and don't turn your phone on until it is completely dry. Get your phone out quickly, turn it off, rinse it, dry it, and wait a day before turning it on, and your iPhone may survive.
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What happens if you accidentally wash your iPhone?

Use a can of compressed air or a wet-dry vacuum if you have either one to further dry the phone. Place the phone and battery in an uncovered bowl of dry uncooked rice to remove the moisture. Make sure the phone and battery are covered by the rice. Don't try using it for at least 12 to 24 hours.
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